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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2026 · 30 MIN

“Free the Nukes”? Plus, An Open Letter to Kristi Noem

from City Cast Twin Cities · host City Cast

Have you seen those billboards off the highway proclaiming “Free the Nukes”? We get into what that’s all about (spoiler alert: it’s pretty literal). Plus, Star Tribune columnist Ka Vang has a message for former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. Unlike the blizzard of 1991, Vang writes, “no one here will remember you fondly.” We also spotlight musician Leslie Vincent. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Campaign launch: Nuke the mandate, free the nukes! (American Experiment)  Lawmakers want Minnesota to study possibility of building new nuclear plants (MPR)  Leslie Vincent upcoming shows  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Have you seen those billboards off the highway proclaiming “Free the Nukes”? We get into what that’s all about (spoiler alert: it’s pretty literal). Plus, Star Tribune columnist Ka Vang has a message for former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. Unlike the blizzard of 1991, Vang writes, “no one here will remember you fondly.” We also spotlight musician Leslie Vincent. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Campaign launch: Nuke the mandate, free the nukes! (American Experiment)  Lawmakers want Minnesota to study possibility of building new nuclear plants (MPR)  Leslie Vincent upcoming shows  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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